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United Mechanical

Payroll Specialist

United Mechanical, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Base pay range $35.00/hr - $45.00/hr

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, company‑paid life insurance, and much more!

Employees are eligible for Paid Time Off as well as paid holidays.

Our competitive retirement plan includes a generous 100% company match up to 4% of contribution.

Overview The Payroll Specialist supports payroll operations by accurately and timely processing weekly payroll for a multi‑state, union‑based workforce. This role performs the core activities required to execute payroll cycles, including maintaining payroll records, processing required deductions, preparing payroll‑related reports, and supporting union and trust fund reporting. The Payroll Processor works closely with HR and Finance to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance, operates within established payroll procedures and controls, and supports payroll system transitions and process documentation.

Responsibilities Payroll Processing

Process weekly and biweekly payrolls accurately and on time using Sage 300

Review and validate timecards, job codes, classifications, and pay rates

Process payroll adjustments, retro pay, bonuses, and off‑cycle payrolls

Identify discrepancies and elevate issues before payroll submission

Union Payroll & Reporting

Generate union and trust fund reports for multiple locals

Calculate and validate fringe benefits, deductions, and contributions

Ensure payroll aligns with applicable collective bargaining agreements

Track and support union rate changes, add‑ons, and special pay rules

Compliance & Controls

Adhere to payroll calendars, deadlines, and audit controls

Support quarterly and annual payroll filings and reconciliations

Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation

Partner with HR and Finance on audits and data requests

Systems & Transition Support

Execute payroll processes in Sage 300 during the current state

Participate in payroll testing, parallel runs, and validation for Miter

Follow documented payroll procedures and runbooks

Respond to employee payroll inquiries accurately and professionally

Partner with HR, Finance, and Operations to resolve payroll issues

Support payroll handoffs and backup coverage as needed

Success in This Role Looks Like

Payroll is processed accurately and on time

Union and trust fund reports are complete and submitted without rework

Payroll transition activities are supported smoothly

Issues are identified early and escalated appropriately

Processes are followed consistently and documented

Qualifications and Relevant Skills Required

3 plus years of hands‑on payroll processing experience or relevant experience

Strong understanding of wage and hour compliance

Close attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to meet strict deadlines in a high‑volume environment

Preferred

Experience in construction or skilled trades environments

Experience supporting union‑based payroll environments

Experience using Sage 300 or similar ERP payroll systems

Experience supporting payroll system implementations or transitions

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